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It is very, very painful to remove packing after having my stomach lanced for an infected cyst. and i generally tolerate pain better than most. help!
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Pain: Put ice on area to help numb area before removing packing. Tylenol may help also. Consult with us to get an Rx for Lidocaine gel. If intolerable, see your MD for an injection of anesthesia.
Answered 7/5/2017
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